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Written question asked by Countess of Mar (Crossbench), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 4 May 2000. It was answered by Baroness Symons of Vernham Dean (Labour) on Thursday, 4 May 2000.


Symons of Vernham Dean, Baroness

Question
Upon what legal authority the Ministry of Defence issued health questionnaires to the general practitioners of former members of HM Armed Forces, former Army Reservists and former members of the Territorial Army who served in Operation Granby without the consent of the individual concerned; how many questionnaires have been distributed, and over what period; what is the response rate; what fees are paid to GPs who complete and return the questionnaires; and for what purpose and by whom they are used. [HL 2199].

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL 2199; 612 c192WA
Session
1999-00
Subjects
Disclosure of information General practitioners Iraq-Kuwait conflict Medical records Questionnaires Veterans